Abstract: Methods are provided for modulating MRGPRX2 generally, or for treating a MRGPRX2 dependent condition more specifically, by contacting the MRGPRX2 or administering to a subject in need thereof, respectively, an effective amount of a compound having structure (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, isomer, hydrate, solvate or isotope thereof, wherein A, B, C, D, E, G, W, Y, Z, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7 and R8 are as defined herein. Pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, as well as the compounds themselves, are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel method for producing a pyridazinone compound and an intermediate thereof as shown in the following scheme: wherein the symbols are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: The disclosure provides methods of treating glioblastoma, methods of screening for compounds that treat glioblastoma, and pharmaceutical compositions useful the treatment of glioblastoma.

Abstract: The present invention provides materials and methods to induce cell death by methuosis, a non-apoptotic cell death mechanism, to induce vacuolization without cell death, or to induce cell death without vacuolization. Small molecules herein are useful for treating cell proliferation disorders or anomalies, particularly, but not exclusively, cancer. Methods related to the research and pharmaceutical use of the small molecules are also provided herein.

Abstract: The invention is a method for efficiently producing an aromatic compound by an intramolecular cyclization reaction, the aromatic compound having a ring structure that includes a nitrogen atom or oxygen atom. An aromatic compound composed of tert-butyl-2-(3-oxo-3-phenylpropyl)phenyl carbamate or another aniline derivative or the like, or an aromatic compound composed of 3-(1-hydroxynaphthalene-2-yl)propionic acid or another naphthol derivative or the like is made to react in a system to which an oxidizing agent and a quaternary ammonium salt represented by general formula (1) are fed. In the formula, X is an iodine atom; and R1, R2, R3 and R4 are each independently a C1-30 hydrocarbon group in which some hydrogen atoms are optionally substituted with halogen atoms, or R1 and R2 may be combine to form a divalent organic group bonded to a nitrogen atom, and R3 and R4 may combine to form a divalent organic group bonded to a nitrogen atom.

Abstract: The present invention provides a prophylactic or therapeutic agent for giant cell tumors occurring in a bone and soft tissue or for chondrosarcoma, which comprises a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent or thiazolidine derivative as an active ingredient, and the like

Abstract: Radioprotector compounds including 3,3?-diindolylmethane (DIM) analogs, are provided. Further provided are methods for their use in reducing or preventing radiation damage, killing a tumor cell and protecting a non-tumor cell, and treating cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel method for producing a pyridazinone compound and an intermediate thereof as shown in the following scheme: wherein the symbols are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: Indole derivatives that are useful for treating pain, inflammation and other conditions are described. Certain of the compounds are benzyl derivatives and others are benzoyl derivatives. The compounds are substituted at least at the 3 position of the indole.

Abstract: The present invention relates to modulators of ATP-Binding Cassette (“ABC”) transporters or fragments thereof, including Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (“CFTR”), compositions thereof, and methods therewith. The present invention also relates to methods of treating ABC transporter mediated diseases using such modulators.

Abstract: The present invention provides materials and methods to induce cell death by methuosis, a non-apoptotic cell death mechanism, to induce vacuolization without cell death, or to induce cell death without vacuolization. Small molecules herein are useful for treating cell proliferation disorders or anomalies, particularly, but not exclusively, cancer. Methods related to the research and pharmaceutical use of the small molecules are also provided herein.

Abstract: Chemical compounds derived by in silico molecular modelling, having a well defined structure suitable for the blocking of the phosphorylation event, through the specific interaction of the chemical with the Casein Kinase 2 enzyme substrate phosphorylation domain or it's neighbourhood. This invention comprises also the pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, and their use in the preparation of medicines or agents for the treatment of diseases or conditions related with neoplasic processes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to modulators of ATP-Binding Cassette (“ABC”) transporters or fragments thereof, including Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (“CFTR”), compositions thereof, and methods therewith. The present invention also relates to methods of treating ABC transporter mediated diseases using such modulators.

Abstract: The invention is a method for efficiently producing an aromatic compound by an intramolecular cyclization reaction, the aromatic compound having a ring structure that includes a nitrogen atom or oxygen atom. An aromatic compound composed of tert-butyl-2-(3-oxo-3-phenylpropyl)phenyl carbamate or another aniline derivative or the like, or an aromatic compound composed of 3-(1-hydroxynaphthalene-2-yl)propionic acid or another naphthol derivative or the like is made to react in a system to which an oxidizing agent and a quaternary ammonium salt represented by general formula (1) are fed. In the formula, X is an iodine atom; and R1, R2, R3 and R4 are each independently a C1-30 hydrocarbon group in which some hydrogen atoms are optionally substituted with halogen atoms, or R1 and R2 may be combine to form a divalent organic group bonded to a nitrogen atom, and R3 and R4 may combine to form a divalent organic group bonded to a nitrogen atom.

Abstract: The present invention describes nanoprodrugs of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs) and nanoprodrugs of ?-lipoic acid-containing and NSAIDs. These nanoprodrugs have antioxidant properties and stimuli-responsiveness, which can be used to treat various disease conditions.

Abstract: The disclosure provides methods of treating glioblastoma, methods of screening for compounds that treat glioblastoma, and pharmaceutical compositions useful the treatment of glioblastoma.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel method for producing a pyridazinone compound and an intermediate thereof as shown in the following scheme: wherein the symbols are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: Novel polypeptide derivatives having protracted profile of action.

Abstract: The invention provides a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable ester, amide, carbamate, solvate or salt thereof, including a salt of such an ester, amide or carbamate, and a solvate of such an ester, amide, carbamate or salt. The invention also provides also provides the use of such compounds in the treatment or prophylaxis of a condition associated with a disease or disorder associated with estrogen receptor activity, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: The present invention relates to modulators of ATP-Binding Cassette (“ABC”) transporters or fragments thereof, including Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (“CFTR”), compositions thereof, and methods therewith. The present invention also relates to methods of treating ABC transporter mediated diseases using such modulators.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel carbapenem derivatives and belongs to pharmaceutical field. Specifically, the present invention relates to the compounds as represented by formula (1), pharmaceutically acceptable salts, hydrolysable esters, isomers and intermediates thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4 are described as in the description. The present invention also relates to the processes for the preparation of these compounds, to the pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds, and to their use for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment and/or prevention of infectious diseases.

Abstract: Peptides and compounds are provided that function as EWS-FLI1 protein inhibitors. The peptides and compounds have utility in the treatment of Ewing's sarcoma family of tumors. Also provided are methods of preparing the compounds and assays for identifying inhibitors of EWS-FLI1 protein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel pharmaceutically-useful compounds which are antagonists of the 5-oxo-ETE receptors, such as the OXE receptor. These compounds have use as therapeutic and/or prophylactic agents for diseases characterized by tissue eosinophilia, such as inflammatory conditions including respiratory diseases. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions, to the use of such compounds and compositions as medicaments, and to therapeutic methods.

Abstract: The invention provides novel heterocyclic compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment that modulate levels of MIF expression and treat disorders associated with high or low levels of MIF expression.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel compounds that have S1P receptor modulating activity and, preferably, apoptotic activity and/or anti proliferative activity against cancer cells and other cell types. Further, the invention relates to a pharmaceutical comprising at least one compound of the invention for the treatment of diseases and/or conditions caused by or associated with in-appropriate S1P receptor modulating activity or expression, for example, cancer. A further aspect of the invention relates to the use of a pharmaceutical comprising at least one compound of the invention for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of diseases and/or conditions caused by or associated with inappropriate S1P receptor modulating activity or expression such as cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to in vivo imaging and radiotherapeutic methods and agents which target the enzyme aldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDH) and that are suitable for the in vivo imaging of tumours and treatment of cancer.

Abstract: The invention provides a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable ester, amide, carbamate, solvate or salt thereof, including a salt of such an ester, amide or carbamate, and a solvate of such an ester, amide, carbamate or salt. The invention also provides also provides the use of such compounds in the treatment or prophylaxis of a condition associated with a disease or disorder associated with estrogen receptor activity, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: The compounds of the general Formula (I), wherein R1 is aryl or alkyl; R2 represents alkyl; R3 represents alkyl or aralkyl, are valuable pharmaceutical intermediates, which can be prepared by reacting a compound of the general Formula (IV) (wherein the definitions of R1 and R2 are as above), with at least 2 molar equivalents of the compound of the general Formula (VI) (wherein X represents halogen or tertiary butyloxycarbonyloxy group and R3 is as defined above). The known compounds of the general Formula (II) (wherein R1 and R2 are as defined above) are prepared by reacting the compounds of the general Formula (I) with thionyl chloride. The compounds of the general Formula (I) are new intermediates useful in the synthesis of pharmaceutically active ingredients, particularly in the preparation of ACE-inhibitors, e.g. enalapril, perindopril or ramipril.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel compounds of Formula (I) which are CB2 selective ligands useful for the treatment of pain.

Abstract: There is a need for pharmaceutical compounds which have activity at, at least one of a PPAR and a cannabinoid receptor. Thus there are provided such compounds, wherein the compound comprises: a PPAR pharmacophore and a cannabinoid pharmacophore linked together by a moiety comprising a fused bicyclic ring comprising a five membered ring fused with a six membered ring or a six membered ring fused with a six membered ring; wherein the cannabinoid pharmacophore comprises the fused bicyclic ring; and the PPAR pharmacophore comprises a salicylic acid, alkoxybenzylacetic acid or a alkoxyphenylacetic acid functionality; and wherein the PPAR pharmacophore is linked to the bicyclic ring of the cannabinoid pharmacophore through a linker comprising an amine or an amide functional group.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of indoles, e.g. 1,2,3,9-tetrahydro-carbazol-4-one and derivatives thereof.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I) wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, and R7 are as defined herein, or a tautomer, prodrug, solvate, or salt thereof; pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, and methods of modulating the glucocorticoid receptor function and methods of treating disease-states or conditions mediated by the glucocorticoid receptor function or characterized by inflammatory, allergic, or proliferative processes in a patient using these compounds.

Abstract: ?-crystalline form of the compound of formula (I): characterized by its powder X-ray diffraction diagram. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful as inhibitors of angiotensin I converting enzyme.

Abstract: The invention relates generally to novel compositions and methods comprising a cyclohexanehexol and a secretase inhibitor. The compositions and methods provide beneficial effects, in particular sustained beneficial effects, in the treatment of diseases involving a disorder in protein folding and/or aggregation, and/or amyloid formation, deposition, accumulation, or persistence, such as Alzheimer's disease and related neurodegenerative disorders.

Abstract: The compounds of the general Formula (I), wherein R1 is aryl or alkyl; R2 represents alkyl; R3 represents alkyl or aralkyl, are valuable pharmaceutical intermediates, which can be prepared by reacting a compound of the general Formula (IV) (wherein the definitions of R1 and R2 are as above), with at least 2 molar equivalents of the compound of the general Formula (VI) (wherein X represents halogen or tertiary butyloxycarbonyloxy group and R3 is as defined above). The known compounds of the general Formula (II) (wherein R1 and R2 are as defined above) are prepared by reacting the compounds of the general Formula (I) with thionyl chloride. The compounds of the general Formula (I) are new intermediates useful in the synthesis of pharmaceutically active ingredients, particularly in the preparation of ACE-inhibitors, e.g. enalapril, perindopril or ramipril.

Abstract: A compound of the following formula (1), or its prodrug or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, being useful as a diabetic medicine or preventive, or blood sugar regulator, or therapeutic agent for hyperlipemia, etc. wherein the ring Z is an optionally substituted heteroaryl, W4 is a single bond, lower alkylene, etc., Ar2 is an optionally substituted aryl, etc., W3 is a single bond, lower alkylene, etc., Ar1 is an optionally substituted arylene, etc., each of W1 and W2 is an optionally substituted lower alkylene, etc., and R1 is carboxyl, an alkoxycarbonyl.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel heteroaryl-substituted acetone derivatives inhibiting the enzyme phospholipase A2, and pharmaceutical agents comprising said compounds.

Abstract: A compound of the following formula (1), or its prodrug or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, being useful as a diabetic medicine or preventive, or blood sugar regulator, or therapeutic agent for hyperlipemia, etc. wherein the ring Z is an optionally substituted heteroaryl, W4 is a single bond, lower alkylene, etc., Ar2 is an optionally substituted aryl, etc., W3 is a single bond, lower alkylene, etc., Ar1 is an optionally substituted arylene, etc., each of W1 and W2 is an optionally substituted lower alkylene, etc., and R1 is carboxyl, an alkoxycarbonyl.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for identifying inhibitors of protein kinases and/or protein phosphatases. Methods are also provided for inhibiting protein kinase and/or protein phosphatase activity. Specific non-peptide protein tyrosine kinase and/or protein phosphatase inhibitors are provided. The protein kinase or protein phosphatase inhibitors of the present invention may be used to treat a number of conditions in patients, including cancer, psoriasis, arthrosclerosis, immune system activity, Type II diabetes, and obesity.

Abstract: Indole derivatives that are useful for treating pain, inflammation and other conditions are described. Certain of the compounds are benzyl derivatives and others are benzoyl derivatives. The compounds are substituted at least at the 3 position of the indole.

Abstract: There is provided a novel process for producing an indole derivative which comprises cyclizing 2-nitrobenzylcarbony compound in the presence of a catalyst comprising a Group VIII metal of the Periodic Table, characterized by conducting the cyclization in a gas atmosphere containing carbon monoxide. The process enables an indole compound to be selectively produced in a high yield from 2-nitrobenzylcarbonyl compound, and hardly yields an indoline compound as a reduction by-product that has been a problem in the catalytic hydrogenation method employing a noble metal catalyst. The indole derivative produced by the present process is useful for various fine chemical intermediates including compounds and physiologically active substances such as pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula (I), wherein X, R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 are as described herein. The invention also includes preparative methods for the preparation of compounds of formula (I). A method for the therapeutic use of the inventive compounds is also disclosed and claimed.

Abstract: The invention describes novel nitrosated nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and novel compositions comprising at least one nitrosated NSAID, and, optionally, at least one compound that donates, transfers or releases nitric oxide, stimulates endogenous synthesis of nitric oxide, elevates endogenous levels of endothelium-derived relaxing factor or is a substrate for nitric oxide synthase, and/or at least one therapeutic agent. The invention also provides novel compositions comprising at least one nitrosated NSAID, and at least one compound that donates, transfers or releases nitric oxide, elevates endogenous levels of endothelium-derived relaxing factor, stimulates endogenous synthesis of nitric oxide or is a substrate for nitric oxide synthase and/or at least one therapeutic agent. The invention also provides novel kits comprising at least one nitrosated NSAID, and, optionally, at least one nitric oxide donor and/or at least one therapeutic agent.

Abstract: A compound, or its salt, or a solvate thereof having a cPLA2 inhibiting activity having the formula (I): or a pharmaceutical composition, cPLA2 inhibitor and inhibitors of various lipid mediator production containing the same as active ingredients.

Abstract: Novel crystalline forms of two indole compounds connected to phenoxyalkylcarboxylic acid groups are selective PPAR gamma partial agonists that are useful in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, hyperglycemia, obesity, dyslipidemia, and the metabolic syndrome. The novel crystal forms include a crystalline free acid dihydrate and crystalline free acid anhydrate of one compound and several crystalline forms of the free acid and the sodium salt of the second compound. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these novel crystal forms, processes to prepare the crystal forms and their pharmaceutical compositions, and uses of the crystal forms in the treatment of type 2 diabetes and other PPAR gamma modulated diseases.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I are provided: wherein: R1, R2, and R3, are as defined herein, as well as pharmaceutical composition and methods using the compounds as inhibitors of plasminogen activator inhibitor (PAI-1) and as therapeutic composition for treating conditions resulting from fibrinolytic disorders, such as deep vein thrombosis, coronary heart disease and pulmonary fibrosis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to substituted indoles, compositions containing such compounds and methods of treatment The compounds are glucagon receptor antagonists and thus are useful for treating, preventing or delaying the onset of type 2 diabetes mellitus and related conditions.

Abstract: Substituted 3-carbonyl-1H-indol-1-yl acetic acid derivatives of formula I are provided: wherein: R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 are as defined herein which are useful as inhibitors of plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 (PAI-1) for treating conditions resulting from fibrinolytic disorders, such as deep vein thrombosis and coronary heart disease, and pulmonary fibrosis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an inhibitor of plasminogen activator inhibitor-1. The present invention further relates to a pharmaceutical composition that has an inhibitory action on PAI-1 activity and is useful in the prevention and treatment of various diseases whose onset is associated with PAI-1 activity. Furthermore, the present invention relates to a novel compound having PAI-1 inhibitory activity represented by the following general formula (I), and a salt thereof. Each symbol is defined as those in the specification.

Abstract: The invention relates to spherical particles formed by polymer chains containing approximately from 30 to 10000 monomer units derived from monocyclic polycyclic alkene polymerization, wherein at least one monomer unit is substituted by an R chain including ethylene polyoxide which is optionally covalently linked to the polymer units through a hydrolyzable bridge and substituted by a reactive function, optionally engaged in a link with an active principle or a biological molecule such as protein, wherein the chain R is covalently linked to the monomer units. The use of the inventive spherical particles for preparing pharmaceutical and cosmetic compositions or surface coatings is also disclosed.